The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation

What The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation does

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) of the Republic of the Philippines that operates as both the sole regulator and a direct operator of the Philippine gaming industry. As regulator, PAGCOR licenses and oversees land-based casinos, electronic gaming venues, online gaming platforms, Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs), poker, sports betting, gaming suppliers, and individual gaming employees, enforcing compliance through departments including the Anti-Money Laundering Supervision and Enforcement Department (PASED), Electronic Gaming Licensing Department (EGLD), and Remote Operations and Ancillary Services Department. As operator, PAGCOR runs the Casino Filipino chain of branded casinos across multiple Philippine cities, offering slots, table games, bingo, eBingo, linked bingo games, and sports betting.

PAGCOR's technology footprint consists of conventional regulatory IT: the Security Seals Online Verification System for validating licensed operators, the PAGCOR Guarantee subsite for listing legitimate online gaming sites, an internal Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS), the PAGCOR Gaming Employment License platform, and the newly launched 24/7 National Problem Gambling Helpline (NPGH) for responsible gaming safeguards. The organization is ISO 9001:2015 certified (retained for the fourth consecutive period), registered with the National Privacy Commission under the Data Privacy Act, and aligned with Republic Act 10927 (AML Act). PAGCOR does not disclose AI/ML capabilities, proprietary models, or data-flywheel mechanics.

PAGCOR's business model rests on three revenue streams: direct transaction-fee revenue from Casino Filipino casino operations, licensing royalties from regulated gaming operators (license fees, accreditation fees, supplier charges), and professional-services revenue from regulatory charges including Gaming Employment License fees and supplier accreditation. FY2025 total revenue was Php 106.03 billion (down 5.09% YoY from Php 111.72 billion), with Php 5.67 billion in dividends remitted to the National Treasury — making PAGCOR the fifth-largest dividend contributor among 50 GOCCs. Go-to-market combines direct-to-consumer casino operations across a multi-branch network with B2G/B2B regulatory licensing, complemented by an extensive corporate social responsibility program targeting LGUs, military, healthcare, education, and sports beneficiaries nationwide.

Name

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation

Legal name

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation

Website

https://pagcor.ph

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

PAGCOR is a Philippine government-owned corporation that regulates and directly operates the country's gaming industry through the Casino Filipino casino chain, nationwide licensing of land-based, electronic, and online gaming operators, and responsible gaming oversight.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gaming Regulation and Casino Operations

NAICS

Gambling Industries (7132), Casinos (except Casino Hotels) (71321)

akta.pro primary industry

Gaming Regulatory Consulting & Advisory (MPAEAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Casino Slot Operations & Slot Route Management (MPAEAAAM), iCasino Compliance, KYC/AML & Responsible Gaming Services (MPAEABAN), Poker Regulation, Licensing & Legal Services (MPAEAEAN)

Keywords

• Gaming regulation licensing
• Casino operations
• Electronic gaming oversight
• Responsible gaming programs
• Government gaming authority

Headquarters

HQ city

Malate

HQ country

Philippines

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Casino Filipino Operations: PAGCOR operates its own Casino Filipino branches nationwide, generating revenue from casino gaming operations including slots, table games, and bingo.
2. Gaming Licensing and Regulation: PAGCOR licenses and regulates all gaming operations in the Philippines including land-based casinos, electronic gaming, online gaming, poker, sports betting, and other gaming activities. Revenue generated from license fees, accreditation fees, and regulatory charges.
3. Regulatory Fees and Charges: Schedule of fees for various gaming licenses including Gaming Employment License (GEL), supplier accreditations, and other regulatory services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

PAGCOR operates as both the sole regulator of the Philippine gaming industry and a direct casino operator. It licenses and oversees all land-based casinos, electronic gaming, online gaming (POGOs), poker, sports betting, and gaming service providers, while simultaneously running its Casino Filipino branded casinos and electronic gaming products (eGames, eBingo, sports betting, poker, linked bingo) directly to consumers across its nationwide branch network. PAGCOR also provides responsible gaming safeguards, anti-money laundering supervision, and substantial corporate social responsibility contributions to the Philippine national government.

Product overview

The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) is a government-owned and controlled corporation that operates as both a gaming operator and regulatory body. As an operator, PAGCOR runs the Casino Filipino chain of land-based casinos and offers electronic gaming products including eCasino, electronic bingo (eBingo), sports betting, poker, and linked bingo games. As a regulator, PAGCOR licenses and oversees all gaming operations in the Philippines through its Licensing and Regulatory Group, Electronic Gaming Licensing Department (EGLD), Remote Operations and Ancillary Services Department, and Anti-Money Laundering Supervision and Enforcement Department (PASED). The organization also provides responsible gaming safeguards including the 24/7 National Problem Gambling Helpline and player exclusion programs. PAGCOR maintains digital verification systems for security seals and maintains an Enterprise Content Management System for regulatory operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Casino Filipino: The branded casino operations of PAGCOR, with multiple branch locations across the Philippines including Casino Filipino Angeles, Bacolod, Cebu, Grand Regal, Ilocos Norte, Malabon Grand, Olongapo, Tagaytay, and others.
• PAGCOR Guarantee

Products and services

• Casino Filipino PAGCOR's chain of land-based casinos under the Casino Filipino brand offering traditional casino gaming (slots, table games, bingo) and electronic gaming across multiple branch locations nationwide.
• Electronic Gaming (eGames) Regulated electronic gaming operations including eCasino games, electronic bingo (eBingo), sports betting, specialty games, online poker, and numeric games offered at PAGCOR-licensed gaming venues.
• Linked Bingo Games Networked bingo games offering nationwide linked jackpots, including the ₱1K-for-₱2M nationwide linked bingo event and the Big Time Bingo Milyonaryo linked games, offering tax-free prizes to bingo enthusiasts.
• Gaming Licensing and Accreditation Program Regulatory licensing and accreditation of land-based casinos, electronic gaming venues, online gaming platforms (POGOs), poker operations, sports betting operators, numeric games, and gaming service providers and suppliers in the Philippines, including issuance of the Gaming Employment License (GEL).
• PAGCOR Guarantee Subsite Public verification subsite that lists online gaming websites guaranteed by PAGCOR to be legitimate, protecting the gaming public from illegal online gaming sites and associated criminal activities.
• PAGCOR Security Seals Online Verification System Public-facing online verification system that allows the public to verify the authenticity of PAGCOR-licensed gaming operators and their security seals, supporting differentiation of legitimate operators from illegal ones.
• 24/7 National Problem Gambling Helpline (NPGH) 24/7 helpline service launched by PAGCOR to support people with gambling problems, with responsible gaming safeguards enhanced amid digital play growth.
• Offshore Gaming (POGO) Licensing and Remote Operations Oversight Regulatory oversight and licensing for Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGOs) and related online gaming activities, including probity checking and licensing through the Remote Operations and Ancillary Services Department.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fifth-largest GOCC contributor for dividend remittance at Php 5.67 billion in fiscal year 2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.

• Bloomberry Cultural Foundation Inc. (BCFI)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 July 2026BCFI is providing P379.48 million in funding for the Philippine Military Academy's Modern Warfare Laboratory, part of PAGCOR's support for military modernization. This includes demolition of the old PMA Station Hospital and construction of a two-story warfare laboratory.
• Philippine Women's National Football Team (Filipinas)minorOthers · 19 February 2026PAGCOR pledged an initial P5 million to support the Filipinas in the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup campaign scheduled for March 2026 in Australia.
• World Surf League (WSL)minorOthers · 1 November 2025PAGCOR backed the WSL Challenger Series held at Sabang Beach in Baler, Aurora to boost Philippine sports tourism. The event gathered professional surfers from across Asia.
• Philippine ParalympiansminorOthers · 30 October 2025PAGCOR granted Php 6 million in cash incentives to six Filipino Paralympians who represented the Philippines in the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
• Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPAGCOR and PCSO joined hands to distribute Php 141 million worth of Patient Transport Vehicles (PTVs) nationwide, signing an MOU for the initiative.
• Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFP provided logistics support for PAGCOR's relief operations including transportation of relief goods to typhoon-affected communities. Support included AFP Logistics Support Command, Transportation Maintenance Group, and 12th Civil-Military Operations Battalion.
• Philippine Military Academy Alumni Association Inc. (PMAAAI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPAGCOR has supported PMAAAI's facility construction, including leading the inauguration of the Center for Leadership and Excellence and launching the second phase of construction. Newport World Resorts Foundation Inc. is also a partner in this initiative.
• Newport World Resorts / Travellers International Hotel GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNewport World Resorts operates Casino Filipino branches and partnered with PAGCOR for various initiatives including the PMAAAI Leadership Center and photography exhibit at Newport Mall.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Melco Resorts & Entertainment: Integrated casino operator with significant Philippines exposure through City of Dreams Manila. Comparable as a regulated operator within PAGCOR's jurisdiction, useful for benchmarking regulatory fee burden and operational economics for Philippine casino operations.
• Genting Group: Large diversified integrated resort operator with casino, hospitality, and online gaming exposure across Asia. Relevant benchmark for PAGCOR's potential diversification into integrated resort operating models.
• UK Gambling Commission: Established national gaming regulator with mature licensing, AML, and responsible gaming frameworks. Comparable to PAGCOR's regulatory remit across online and land-based gaming, though operating without PAGCOR's dual operator role.
• Nevada Gaming Control Board: U.S. state-level gaming regulator with comprehensive licensing, investigation, and enforcement authority. Comparable in regulatory depth and ISO-style operational rigor to PAGCOR, though operating within a private-operator market rather than PAGCOR's dual model.
• Singapore Casino Regulatory Authority (CRA): Specialized casino regulator overseeing Singapore's two integrated resorts with strict entry levies and responsible gaming mandates. Comparable to PAGCOR's specialized casino regulatory function in a tightly controlled Asian market.
• Malta Gaming Authority (MGA): Major European gaming regulator licensing B2C and B2G operators across online and land-based verticals. Comparable in regulatory scope and international operator orientation, especially relevant given PAGCOR's offshore gaming oversight responsibilities.

Direct peers

• Macau Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ): Macau's government gaming regulator, structurally analogous to PAGCOR's licensing and supervisory mandate over casino and gaming operations. Both serve as state authorities overseeing major Asian gaming markets with similar regulatory scope over operators, junkets, and responsible gaming compliance.
• Bloomberry Resorts Corp: Philippine-listed integrated casino operator (Solaire Resort & Casino) directly regulated and competing in the same domestic market as PAGCOR's Casino Filipino. Most relevant domestic private-sector peer for benchmarking PAGCOR's operator-side performance.

Emerging players

• Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO): Canadian provincial gaming regulator with an evolving iGaming framework through iGO. Comparable as a North American regulator managing the transition from monopoly to licensed digital gaming — analogous challenges to PAGCOR's online gaming formalization efforts.

Regional players

• Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC): Australian state-level casino and gaming regulator with strong responsible gaming and AML oversight mandates. Comparable as a regional regulator operating under a federal-state framework, useful benchmark for PAGCOR's compliance and enforcement rigor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/pagcorph
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCTGQv2W18QC0jvlPhSAbwTQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/pagcor.ph
• Instagraminstagram.com/pagcor_ph

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

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